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Best Neighborhoods in the South Bay
Thinking about a move? Here's what each South Bay neighborhood is really like.
Updated October 24, 2026 · 7 spots
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Manhattan Beach Tree Section
West of Sepulveda Blvd, between Manhattan Beach Blvd and Rosecrans Ave · Manhattan Beach
Tree-named residential streets sit inland from the beach, with access to Manhattan Village and downtown.
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Hermosa Beach
Around the Strand, Pier Avenue and the Greenbelt · Hermosa Beach
Residents have access to the Strand, public beach, Pier Avenue businesses, and the Greenbelt walking path.
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North Redondo
Inland north Redondo around Artesia and Aviation Blvds (90278) · Redondo Beach
This inland residential area includes parks and shopping along Artesia Boulevard, east of the beach neighborhoods.
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Riviera Village
Around South Catalina Ave and Avenida del Norte · Redondo Beach
Homes near this coastal shopping district have access to restaurants, independent stores, and the beach.
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Hollywood Riviera
Hillside above Torrance Beach, around Palos Verdes Blvd and Calle Mayor · Torrance
Hillside residential streets overlook the coast near Torrance Beach and Riviera Village.
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Downtown El Segundo
Streets around Main Street and Grand Avenue · El Segundo
Residential streets surround a downtown with locally owned shops, restaurants, a movie theater, and an art museum.
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Palos Verdes Estates
Malaga Cove, Lunada Bay, Valmonte and Montemalaga · Palos Verdes Estates
This residential coastal city includes bluffside neighborhoods, parkland, and the commercial centers of Malaga Cove and Lunada Bay.
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